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Cheap flights from New York to California from £93

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Tue 2/619:50
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 47m
JetBlue
Tue 9/621:14
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/5£170
Wed 3/619:50
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 47m
JetBlue
Wed 10/621:14
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/5£179
Sun 24/519:50
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 47m
JetBlue
Wed 3/621:14
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/5£180
Tue 2/605:55
EWR
-
LAS
1 stop9h 58m
Frontier
Wed 10/621:51
LAS
-
EWR
1 stop9h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5£184
Sat 22/813:00
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop10h 39m
Frontier
Tue 25/823:59
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop8h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/5£185
Tue 1/905:55
EWR
-
LAS
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Wed 2/906:45
LAS
-
EWR
1 stop11h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/5£185
Sat 30/519:50
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 47m
JetBlue
Fri 5/621:14
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/5£187
Tue 2/607:00
JFK
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 40m
JetBlue
Tue 16/607:22
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 09m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/5£188
Mon 25/519:50
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 47m
JetBlue
Wed 3/621:14
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 46m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/5£188
Tue 16/606:40
JFK
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 30m
JetBlue
Tue 23/607:22
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 09m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/5£189
Wed 3/606:30
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 10/623:45
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5£189
Sun 24/516:45
JFK
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 57m
JetBlue
Wed 3/623:59
LAS
-
JFK
Nonstop5h 01m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/5£190

Find flight deals from New York to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to California flight deals. Data was last updated 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£170

One-way from

£93

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£269

Good round-trip deal

£204 or less

Good one-way deal

£117 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 3/6-9/6
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 33m total
  • New York to California
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 16/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 41m total
  • New York to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/6

07:00-09:25

Nonstop5h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/6

09:37-17:59

Nonstop5h 22m

£189
Fastest return journey

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Tue 2/6

16:59-19:32

Nonstop5h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/6

23:45-07:41

Nonstop4h 56m

£196

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/7

17:00-19:50

Nonstop5h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/7

07:05-15:17

Nonstop5h 12m

£196

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 22/8

22:00-00:48

Nonstop5h 48m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 25/8

11:35-19:47

Nonstop5h 12m

£197

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/6

10:55-16:15

1 stop8h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/6

13:05-23:05

1 stop7h 00m

£204

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/7

17:40-23:55

1 stop9h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 8/7

07:40-16:50

1 stop6h 10m

£208

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Sat 15/8

11:40-17:10

1 stop8h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 18/8

08:40-20:25

2 stops8h 45m

£215

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Sun 24/5

06:55-13:35

2 stops9h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/6

10:55-20:45

1 stop6h 50m

£216

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/7

16:30-19:40

Nonstop6h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 7/7

14:20-23:00

Nonstop5h 40m

£218

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/8

20:25-23:42

Nonstop6h 17m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 30/8

13:10-21:49

Nonstop5h 39m

£218

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Best time to book a flight from New York to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to California

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to California?

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £234). Flying from New York to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 39% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to California. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

The most flights from NYC to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (193 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (75 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 7 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to California, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andJetBlue. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,456 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,638 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,341 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to California?

    A quick flight from New York to California can take about 5h 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £189. The distance from New York to California is about 2241 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to California one-way?

    £54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from £69 and £77, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to California?

    The most popular route from New York to California is Newark - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Newark - Los Angeles Los Angeles or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to California consider choosing Fiji Airways (95%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (94%) or Icelandair (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to California?

    While on average a flight from New York to California is generally £629, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £109. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay £202 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £234). Flying from New York to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £340). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from New York to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest£102Average£317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£106Average£283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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JetBlueCheapest£117Average£252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FrontierCheapest£117Average£275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£152Average£316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£216Average£359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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